Harry Styles’ Pleasing brand unveils ‘Shroom Bloom’ nail polish set
After the debut of his beauty line, Pleasing, in November, which saw a 3,329% increase in searches for ‘easy male nail art’, Harry Styles is making headlines in the beauty world once again. The pop star/actor has added a second collection to Pleasing’s product portfolio, titled ‘Shroom Bloom’. Marking a…
Give nails a colour refresh for spring with CND™’s Rise & Shine shades
CND™ has unveiled is five-piece spring 2022 nail colour collection, Rise & Shine. The energetic, glossy hues and sunny shades are designed to give nails ‘a spring awakening’ and include: Among the Marigolds, a delightful yellow Oceanside, a vibrant turquoise Mind Over Matcha, a muddled light green Poppy Fields, a…
The GelBottle Inc turns to Regency era to inspire 10 spring gel polish shades
The GelBottle Inc has combined the romanticism and decadence of the Regency era in its 10-piece gel polish collection for spring 2022, titled ‘Regency Bloom‘. New finishes include the semi-sheer, gold-flecked shade Jane’s Jewels, and the collection comes dressed in a beautiful satin bag, with free set of floral foilX…
Light Elegance turns to the Farmers Market to inspire 6-pc nail colour collection
Spring is officially here (for nail colour, anyway) with six shades that embody sunnier weather and new beginnings. Responsibly formulated and creatively concocted to be the perfect addition to any spring look, the Light Elegance Farmers Market collection took its inspiration from colours, scents, and tastes from fresh offerings at…
Dry skin? These 3 products from iZ Body can soothe hands & feet
iZ Beauty of London has revealed iZ Body, a range of three hydrating and soothing products for hands, feet and body. Using naturally derived ingredients, the range is made in the UK and vegan-friendly. Lock It In, a hydrating balm with a cacao seed butter base to restore dry hands…
Pure Nails seeks inspo from fairytale magic for 6pc Halo Gel Polish collection
Make clients feel like fairytale royalty with the Once Upon a Time launch from Pure Nails; six reflective glimmering cat eye nail shades in the Halo Gel Polish formula. Vegan friendly and cruelty free, the gel polish has easy application, high shine, and high pigmentation, offering up to 14 days’…
Salon & spa software co, Fresha, acquires online booking marketplace Bookwell
London based beauty and wellness booking software Fresha has obtained Bookwell, an Australian beauty booking platform for salons and spas. Subscription free and quick & simple to use, Fresha is used across 120 countries, with almost $15 billion in value of bookings to date and a system containing 60,000 salons…
Is this Witchcraft? Yes! Discover the dazzling gel polish effect from Nailchemy
Elevate your gel polish service and dazzle clients with the magical Witchcraft Gel Polish – available from Nailchemy. Packed with holographic pigment, the formula can be used over any gel polish shade to create an eye-catching effect that appears formed by ‘witchcraft’. What’s more, you can use a magnet before…
Looking for salon workwear that combines professionalism, comfort & style? Check out Funky Scrubs
UK brand, Funky Scrubs®, is striving to change perceptions of workwear for the beauty industry and beyond. Recognising that a professional brand image is a direct reflection of your business but also that you need to feel comfortable in the workplace, Funky Scrubs® was founded by Jo Minchin and Lyndsey…
Inclusive skincare platform Black Skin Directory launches training & education course
Founded by skincare expert and author Dija Ayodele in 2018, the Black Skin Directory (which helps to connect people of colour with expert skincare professionals) has launched an education platform. Course registration opens on 1 February 2022 with an early bird course registration fee of £179 + VAT (normal price…
Looking to make your nail space greener? Check out REM’s sustainable furniture
REM has added to its range of salon and spa furniture with items made from sustainably and locally sourced materials. The range includes chairs and nail desks as well as a pedispa, display stand and reception desk. In order to reduce the company’s carbon footprint, around 95% of REM’s product…
Light Elegance turns to the art world to inspire 12 spring nail shades
Light Elegance is encouraging nail technicians to find the artist within them with the 12 shades in its spring 2022 nail colour collection. Inspired by classic art masterpieces, ‘The Artist’ collection features soft and neutral tones which have been paired to complement each other and your client’s style. The shades…
Lecenté unveils 3 creamy fibre gels for nails to smooth, strengthen & build
Nail product house, Lecenté, has added three hema-free fibre gels to its Create brush-on product range. Suited to clients who struggle with weak natural nails prone to splits and breakages, as well as those who experience chipping and lifting with gel polish, the fibre gels provide a robust but flexible…

